#70: Kyle Wakeman - Finding Fulfillment in Simplicity

Summary

In this conversation, Todd interviews Kyle Wakeman, who shares his journey of leaving his W2 job and starting his own businesses. Kyle discusses his transition from real estate to fitness and his current venture, Defiantly Human, which aims to unify voices and start a movement towards individual rights and freedoms. He emphasizes the importance of living a simple and fulfilling life and helping others do the same. Kyle also highlights the role of personal development and finding one's purpose in creating a successful and impactful business. In this conversation, Kyle Wakeman discusses the importance of having a support system and how it has helped him overcome fear and take risks. He emphasizes the need to find happiness and purpose in life, which can be achieved through self-reflection and surrounding oneself with the right people. Kyle also explores the negative impact of Western society on happiness and suggests that a return to simpler lifestyles, such as Native American culture, could lead to greater fulfillment. He encourages individuals to find joy rather than seeking temporary happiness. Lastly, Kyle shares his vision of helping others find happiness and purpose through his movement and apparel company, Defiantly Human.

Takeaways

Leaving a secure job to pursue entrepreneurship requires careful planning and finding a business that aligns with one's passions and values.

Building a successful business involves continuous learning, making mistakes, and adapting to new opportunities.

Finding one's purpose and creating a movement can provide a sense of fulfillment and make a positive impact on others.

Surrounding oneself with like-minded individuals and seeking support from communities and coaches can greatly contribute to personal and professional growth. Having a support system is crucial for overcoming fear and taking risks.

Finding happiness and purpose requires self-reflection and surrounding oneself with the right people.

Western society's focus on consumerism and materialism can hinder happiness and fulfillment.

Simpler lifestyles, such as Native American culture, may offer valuable lessons on finding fulfillment.

Joy, rather than temporary happiness, should be the ultimate goal in life.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Background

02:40 Transition to Business Ventures

06:04 Starting a Fitness Company

09:22 Introduction to Defiantly Human

25:38 Creating a Movement and Helping Others

27:25 The Importance of a Support System

28:38 Finding Happiness and Purpose

30:31 Taking Time for Self-Reflection

32:05 Helping Others Find Happiness and Purpose

33:03 The Impact of Western Society on Happiness

36:08 The Simplicity of Native American Culture

37:14 The Negative Effects of Modern Society

38:29 Finding Joy Instead of Happiness

41:31 Freeing Individuals from Conventional Constraints

42:11 Hack: Clarify Alignment Values

44:03 Favorite: Journey to Soul Initiation by Bill Plotkin

45:57 Advice to Younger Self: Take More Risks

47:25 Overcoming the Limiting Belief of Unworthiness

Connect with Kyle:

https://www.facebook.com/kyle.d.wakeman

https://www.instagram.com/defiantly_human/

https://www.youtube.com/@Defiantly_human_apparel